OF0028 – Electrical Safety Checklist

OF0028 – Electrical Safety Checklist

Amendment Record

GENERAL

OVERHEAD ELECTRICAL WORK (ELECTRIC LINES)

ELECTRICAL SUPPLY TO SITE

AUDITOR SIGNOFF

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Have all electrical hazards been identified?

Yes

N/A

Have risk assessments been undertaken where required

Yes

N/A

Have risk controls been implemented following the hierarchy of controls (Elimination, Engineering, Isolation, Substitution, Administrative and PPE)

Yes

N/A

Have workers been consulted in hazard identification, risk assessment and risk control outcomes

Yes

N/A

Have other relevant duty holders been consulted on electrical hazards and risk controls in place?

Yes

N/A

Is all work defined as ‘electrical work’ undertaken by a qualified person (licensed electrician)?

Yes

N/A

Is there a policy in place to ensure that electrical work will only be undertaken when de-energised?

Yes

N/A

If no, list the controls that will be in place to address electrical risks for persons working on live electrical installations:

Is there a nominated person to ensure that all inspections are undertaken as required (visual and testing)?

Yes

N/A

Name of nominated person/job title:

Has information from relevant State Authority been obtained for No Zone Zones and permitted clearance distances?

Yes

N/A

Are all relevant workers (and affected Duty Holders) trained in the No Go Zones and clearances?

Yes

N/A

Can power to the electrical lines be isolated for the duration of the works?

Yes

N/A

Have dedicated SWMS been developed in consultation with relevant persons for all works conducted near overhead electrical lines?

Yes

N/A

List titles / identification # for all relevant SWMS:

Has the electrical line owner been informed of the nature and duration of the works? Note any permits or special restrictions that may apply.

Yes

N/A

Has written permission from the line owner been obtained?

Yes

N/A

Will a dedicated and trained Spotter be utilised for the duration of the works?

Yes

N/A

Has the following been determined? - Select if Yes

List risk controls that will be implemented for the duration of the project:

Are all workers trained about the nature of the hazards (including arcing and touch potential)?

Yes

N/A

Have workers been trained in correct emergency response in the event of contact with overhead electric lines and installations?

Yes

N/A

Has all ‘electrical work’ been undertaken by qualified persons (licensed electrician)?

Yes

N/A

Provide details of Licensed Electrician/s:

Name of Licence Holder - Business Name - Contact details - Licence Number and date of expiry

All electrical works conducted ‘non-live’?

Yes

N/A

Documented Lockout/Tagout procedures in place for all energy sources?

Yes

N/A

Are all relevant persons trained in LOTO procedures for the site?

Yes

N/A

Provide details of the following:

Authorised Person - Lock Type - Lock # - Lock Use

Have all electrical works/ installations been undertaken as per relevant Australian Standards?

Yes

N/A

Are electrical installations /equipment rated for the intended work environment?

Yes

N/A

Are all electrical sources protected by RCD’s (Safety Switches)?

Yes

N/A

Are all switchboards compliant with relevant Australian Standards? Examples:

Marked in a permanent /clear manner with numbers/letters to uniquely identify all elements of the switchboard?

Insulated slot at bottom and tie-bar to anchor cables and prevent strain/mechanical damage?

Located in an area that minimises risk of impact from traffic / mobile plant?

Marked to indicate live parts (symbols /danger signage)

Suitable door with locking facility (that will not damage cords when closed)

Protected against object 12mm or larger being inserted / protected against splashing from all directions?

Have certificates of electrical safety been provided where required?

Yes

N/A

What are the listed testing schedule for equipment

Are electrical leads/equipment tested and tagged with correct information?

Yes

N/A

Is a logbook (or similar) maintained for all electrical installations/equipment?

Yes

N/A

Are procedures in place for relevant persons to undertake visual inspections of all electrical leads before use?

Yes

N/A

Have workers been trained in the safe use, set-up and maintenance of electrical equipment?

Yes

N/A

Have persons been nominated to conduct regular spot checks / audits to verify that safe systems are in place for electrical installations (testing, inspection, no leads on the ground, leads protected from damage, RCD’s etc.)?

Name - Job Title - Schedule (Daily, Weekly, Monthly)

Are all workers trained about the nature of the hazards?

Yes

N/A

Have workers been trained in correct emergency response in the event of contact with underground electrical lines/installations?

Yes

N/A

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Issue#: 1 Issue Date: 13/7/2022

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